What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at HRA?
Cleans all Common Areas including the lobby, guest restrooms
and hallways.
Vacuums all carpeted areas and upholstered furniture
Dusts all furniture, hanging pictures and fixtures
Sanitizes handrails
Cleans glass surfaces
Cleans doors, doorways and walls
Cleans and disinfects common areas and restrooms
Mops or vacuums common areas
Cleans and disinfects soiled utility bins
Cleans and organizes laundry areas and storage closets
Ensure that the housekeeping cart and other supplies and
equipment are in a safe area as to prevent any injuries to residents,
associates, or visitors
Ensure that hazardous cleaning products are properly stored and
labeled
Cleans resident’s rooms or apartments by vacuuming, dusting and
disinfecting bathroom
Launders resident’s linens, towels, sheets, and other items
according to schedule and as needed
Ensures residents’ personal clothing remain separate at all times
and are returned promptly to the residents’ room or apartment once
laundered
Properly dispose of soiled clothing or linens in accordance with
infection control standards
Be constantly alert to wipe up any water or liquid on the floors to
prevent slips and falls by residents, associates or visitors
Establishes and maintains good relationships with residents and
family members
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Practices proper body mechanics when lifting and following safety
guidelines
Follows company guidelines for uniforms and name badges
Uses company provided equipment properly as intended
The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of
the residents
Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability
to perform the job safely or competently.
